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Paint and color references are hiding everywhere in pop culture — movies, music, books, cartoons, even Christmas classics.

So we put together 10 quick trivia questions to test you. You only get one second for each one. No overthinking. No Googling. Just your best guess.

How many did you get right?

And when you’re ready to pick the right paint or color for your next home project, stop by your closest RepcoLite. We’d love to help.

Design lesson from Earl Young’s Mushroom Houses:

When something speaks to you, don’t let it get away.

Earl Young was famous for finding stones and boulders he loved, then saving them until the right home, wall, fireplace, or doorway came along.

And that idea applies to our homes, too.

Sometimes you find a piece that just grabs you. A painting. A rug. A piece of furniture. Something old, strange, beautiful, or completely unexpected.

You may not know where it goes yet. But if it really feels like you, there’s a good chance you’ll find the place for it.

And sometimes, that one piece becomes the thing the whole room is built around.

Here's the link to the full episode: https://repcolite-home-improvem.captivate.fm/episode/the-man-who-built-fairy-tale-houses-earl-young-and-the-charlevoix-mushroom-houses/

Design lesson from Earl Young’s Mushroom Houses:

When something speaks to you, don’t let it get away.

Earl Young was famous for finding stones and boulders he loved, then saving them until the right home, wall, fireplace, or doorway came along.

And that idea applies to our homes, too.

Sometimes you find a piece that just grabs you. A painting. A rug. A piece of furniture. Something old, strange, beautiful, or completely unexpected.

You may not know where it goes yet. But if it really feels like you, there’s a good chance you’ll find the place for it.

And sometimes, that one piece becomes the thing the whole room is built around.

Here's the link to the full show: https://repcolite-home-improvem.captivate.fm/episode/the-man-who-built-fairy-tale-houses-earl-young-and-the-charlevoix-mushroom-houses/

Art Deco wasn’t just a design style. It was a way of looking at the world.

Instead of treating modern life as something ugly to escape, Art Deco looked at steel, glass, chrome, concrete, electricity, speed, and change and said: there’s beauty here too.
And honestly, that’s a pretty great reminder for all of us.

We don’t live in the past. We don’t live in some perfect future version of our homes, our budgets, or our lives. We live right here, right now.

And there’s beauty to be found here if we’re willing to look for it.

In this episode of Home in Progress, we’re talking about Art Deco, its bold design
language, and the surprisingly hopeful philosophy behind it.

Listen here: https://repcolite-home-improvem.captivate.fm/episode/household-odor-removal-tips-and-the-timeless-style-of-art-deco/

Planning a home improvement project this year? Start calling contractors earlier than you think.

Whether you’re hiring a painter, building a deck, replacing a roof, or tackling another big project, good contractors are often booked out months in advance. And the bigger the project, the longer you may have to wait for their schedule to open up.

The problem is, when you wait too long, your options get limited.

And limited options create pressure. You feel like you have to take the first person who calls back, accept a vague estimate, or skip checking references just to keep the project moving.

That’s when mistakes happen.

Ideally, talk to more than one contractor. Three bids is still a good standard because it helps you understand the project. You start to see what’s included, what’s missing, what questions to ask, and whether one bid seems unusually high or strangely low.

So start early. Give yourself options. And don’t let a rushed timeline make the decision for you.

Looking for a painter? Start at RepcoLite.com and click the Find a Painter tab on the home page. Fill out the form, and we’ll send you some names to start with.

🎧 Want the full breakdown? Listen to the full episode from our Home in Progress Podcast:
https://repcolite-home-improvem.captivate.fm/episode/how-to-paint-a-front-door-the-right-way-and-6-tips-to-keep-your-renovation-on-budget/

Save this before you start your next home project.

Real or Fake? Here’s the challenge: 10 pink-toned color names. Which ones are real Benjamin Moore colors, and which ones did we make up?

Drop your score in the comments.

And when you’re ready to find the right real-world color for your home, stop into your nearest RepcoLite. We’ll help you sort through the names, the undertones, and the options.

Front door paint peeling or sticking after you close the door?

That problem is called blocking. It happens when paint feels dry to the touch, but hasn’t fully cured yet. So when the door closes, the fresh paint can stick to the weatherstripping or door jamb. Later, when you open the door, you hear that popping sound…and sometimes the paint pulls right off.

One of the best ways to prevent it? Remove the weatherstripping if you can.

A lot of modern weatherstripping sits in a small groove around the door frame. If yours does, gently ease it out with a painter’s 5-in-1 tool or putty knife, set it aside, and leave it out while the paint gets a head start on curing.

No weatherstripping pressing against fresh paint means much less chance of sticking.

And if you can’t remove it, give the door as much open time as possible. Start early, paint thin coats, and avoid globbing it on. Two light coats are always better than one heavy coat on a front door.

🎧 Want the full breakdown? Listen to the full episode from our Home in Progress Podcast:
https://repcolite-home-improvem.captivate.fm/episode/how-to-paint-a-front-door-the-right-way-and-6-tips-to-keep-your-renovation-on-budget/

Save this before you paint your front door.

Benjamin Moore color… or classic song title?

Today’s trivia challenge features 5 real Benjamin Moore colors from the yellow family — and every one of them shares a name with a song.

From The Beach Boys to Elton John, Donovan, Survivor, and Dolly Parton, these color names have some serious music history behind them.

How many did you get right?

Drop your score in the comments — and when you’re ready to find the right color for your next project, stop into your nearest RepcoLite. We’ll help you hit the right note.

Art Deco can feel intimidating, but it doesn’t have to be.

You don’t need to turn your home into a 1920s hotel lobby. Start with one room and ask three questions:

Do I want it to feel dramatic or elegant?

Where will the geometry come from?

Where will the shine come from?

That’s the key. Art Deco is not really about piling on expensive things. It’s about composition. It’s about knowing where the drama belongs, where the structure comes from, and where the polish shows up.

A deep green wall, a brass light fixture, a geometric mirror, a glossy vanity, a patterned rug—one or two intentional choices can bring the style into a room without overwhelming it.

The goal is not to copy Art Deco perfectly. The goal is to borrow its language: line, contrast, shine, shape, and confidence.

Catch the whole episode here: https://repcolite-home-improvem.captivate.fm/episode/dead-animals-art-deco-and-the-secret-life-of-paint-finish/